Dr. Nicholas Vedder

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Nicholas Vedder is a distinguished Professor and Chief of Plastic Surgery at UW Medicine, specializing in Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. He earned his M.D. from Case Western Reserve University in 1981 and completed his residency in Surgery at the University of Washington Medical Center in 1986, followed by a Plastic Surgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. His research has notably focused on leukocyte-endothelial interactions and ischemia-reperfusion injury, supported by NIH funding for his research laboratory. Dr. Vedder has completed fellowships at prestigious institutions, including the Harvard Medical School and the University of Washington Medical Center. His extensive involvement in the field of Plastic Surgery includes memberships in various professional organizations, such as the American Association of Hand Surgery and the American Society for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. He has also served on committees, including the Research Funding Committee for the Plastic Surgery Research Council. Dr. Vedder’s commitment to advancing the field is evident through his research and clinical practice, aiming to develop novel methods for controlling and modulating leukocyte adhesion and interactions with the endothelium.

Research Interests

Experience

Chief of Plastic Surgery

2000-01-01 — Present

UW Medicine • Seattle, WA

Leading the Plastic Surgery department with a focus on reconstructive procedures.

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Plastic Surgery.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.